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Supreme Court blocks Trump administration’s effort to end DACA
The high court on Feb. 26 declined to hear and rule on whether the administration has the right to shut down on March 5 a program that protects young adults brought to the U.S. without legal permission as minors.
Decision to stop Texas execution called ‘example of restorative justice’
The Catholic bishops of Texas praised Gov. Greg Abbott for stopping the execution of death-row inmate Thomas Whitaker shortly before he was to be put to death Feb. 22.
Growing student activism on gun violence presses lawmakers to act
In the wake of the Florida shooting that left 17 dead, among 34 shootings so far this year, students are raising a groundswell to push legislative action. Leaders including Sen. Patrick Toomey and others are debating options.
As DACA deadline nears, Catholic voices speak up to fix immigration woes
UPDATED - Catholic leaders and organizers from around the U.S. have been loudly clamoring for relief for the young adults, some who already face deportation and the loss of permits that allow them to work, drive and attend school.
Rev. Graham’s 1967 visit to Catholic college recalled as historic event
Rev. Graham called the gathering "a time when Protestants and Catholics could meet together and greet each other as brothers, whereas 10 years ago they could not."
Bon Secours Health System, Mercy Health announce plan to merge
The merger of the two Catholic health care systems will create a network of 43 hospitals, hundreds of clinics and care sites, and housing ministries that spans seven states from Ohio to the East Coast.
Mass supports individuals, families suffering through drug addiction
Several hundred joined Pittsburgh Bishop David A. Zubik for the liturgy that prayed for people currently battling drug addiction and remembered those who have died from it.
Following Florida school shooting, Jesuit calls for legislation on guns
In a letter addressed to U.S. President Donald Trump and to high-ranking members of Congress, Jesuit Father William Muller said the Jesuit network stands "with so many voices against the proliferation of guns in our country."
Rev. Graham recalled for deep faith, his invitation to all to know Christ
An outpouring of statements paid tribute to the man who was easily the most famous evangelist of the 20th century. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina, Rev. Graham died at his home in Montreat, North Carolina, at age 99.
Rev. Graham dies; world famous evangelist was admired by most Americans
UPDATED - He had suffered from Parkinson's disease for many years, although he continued to lead crusades until 2005, when he held his last one in New York. In recent years, he also suffered from cancer, pneumonia and other ailments.